I have read that the fairing does not help to improve gas mileage. What has your experience been?
10705
You're welcome and absolutely reduces the noise of wind rolling over the crossbars. I never heard the wind until I put the crossbars on my SUV, once I installed the fairing I couldn't hear the wind anymore.
10706
I don't know about improving the gas mileage but it did eliminate the wind noise from the rack
10707
It appears to help gas mileage a little bit. I was getting 13.7 miles/ gallon in my 15' Dodge Journey and now I'm getting 14 and some change. Its miniscule, but does improve it. Hope this helps.
10708
I'm sorry but we have not checked our mileage before and after installing the fairing. I would guess that it helps a little, but in a small car like ours, it is probably negligible. Our Mazda 3 gets great mileage. The fairing did cut down on the noise a little but just a little. It is not like driving without any roof rack at all. Worst noise is with the sunroof open.
10709
when you throw a couple of kayaks on top along with the racks and fairing its tough to say it does much for improving mileage. I don't leave the racks on all the time so not great comparisons. Technically it should help, but I don't think you are going to see a big improvement. I really got the fairing to cut down on the noise, that works well.
10710
It absolutely helps! I am a HUGE budgeter and although I have not done the exact calculations I do know my budget for gas is between $50-$65 p/month. When I had not purchased the fairing my gas bill p/month was about $82. To me every dollar counts and the noise level significantly decreased! It was completely worth the purchase for me and my 2013 Chevy Equinox!
2110054
None, after running it for a while, what fealt like a gain was not, dyno showed same results a a drop in performance filter. Also mileage dropped, to 25 mpg from 29 mpg. I recently returned car back to stock, power is the same, fuel economy back up. Only positive thing about this unit is price, and sound. I had the Mopar unit, prior to this, and a K&N; as well, money wise, lesson learned just buy a K&N; replacement filter and save some time and money. On a side note if you are looking for bling and nice tone from engine, then the unit is worth it.
123695
I had to use a reducer for mine so check ur pipe size carefully, took it off after two weeks the sound was an annoying pitch and I saw no performance or gas mileage difference worth keeping it on ( can't even sell it for $20 to anyone ) I would look to another manufacturer
926066
I have noticed no significant change either way. Aerodynamically seems to make no change; it's so light there is no affect by weight. (I have the 6-cyl Tacoma.) If there are any worries about MPG when there is nothing in the bed it can be folded up and I would bet it makes such a slight presence as to have no effect on MPG whatsoever.
59947
I didnt see much mpg gains! Maybe 1mpg! There is several different tunes 89 octane and 91 depending what u want!
2183732
LisaI bought the tuner to go on a 2006 Chevy 3500 Express van. I pull a 30ft car trailer with it. I have had it for a month or two. I have seen a gas mileage improvement of 2 to 3 miles/gal. Which I drive long distances. It does improve the power and fuel economy. If you drive a lot a mile or two per gal is a great help.
664755
Gas mileage seemed to get better when on the highway. Took a trip a couple weeks after installation and got around 18.5 generally. The increase in torque was noticeable. Fuel mileage around town has stayed at 13 this winter however(cold climate).
704806
The HP gains are minimal with just the intake. It sounds a little tougher, runs a little smoother. Once you get started on the MODS you put something on you need something to compliment it for it to work. This intake brings a lot more air in so you will need an upgrade in the exhaust, stock pipes won't let as much out. If you have updated your exhaust you will see up to 20 ponies added! Will also make you sound like a true muscle car. I did both on my RT and very happy but not satisfied. Now have the next upgrade to compliment these two upgrades! Hope that helps. Good luck. Have fun
861468
The company claim it will increase fuel mileage but my experience is bigger tires less fuel mileage the tries weigh more there for more work for the engine to turn them and also now you are geared a little higher sometimes that causes a drop in mileage. Another thing to consider before purchasing is elc device are hard to get reimbursed so if you are considering trying and if it dose not do what you want it to do retuning it that could be a problem unless there is something wrong with the devise.
1967245
I have a 2010 JK with cold air intake and larger tires and it did make a noticeable difference. The shift points have changed and at freeway speeds I am not having to floor it to make it up some hills. The throttle response has improved too, not a kick in the pants difference but one that you can tell. As for mileage, I measured it for 3 weeks before I programmed and I was getting about 17.1 mpg after the tune I was getting 19.3 mpg. I drove it the exact same so I can say with 100% clarity that for me it did improve the mileage.
1654327
Mines been completely perfect! I just run it stock and change my tire size and gear ratio and I get better mpg than any of the tunes, just don't try to put 1000 hp in the engine and you'll be fine.
751476
I tied in my cell into my 06 ford escape and I realised a 20% increase in my gas milage. Emission were not tested however I know they were reduced also.This could be increased had I purchased the EFI version instead of the Carburetor version my increases could have been better. Buy the FI version. Also make sure you get a 4.0L kit or larger for you engine.
1633460
I only know that with the 4.6liter I have performance went through the roof and I get about 15-20% increase in gas mileage. considering that the 4.6 is a converted 5.0l I don't know if you will get an increase in the same or better way that I did. you may want to go to www.hypertech.com to get the best information.
821751
Not at all. If you're looking to increase gas mileage you will be disappointed. If you want power and sound, you'll love it.
568915
I use it in 4 vehicles and have not noticed any increase in gas mileage. But I like it as a top oil and a fuel system cleaner.
1251742
I noticed no major difference in gas mileage. In my opinion taking the faring off would increase the wind resistance. The larger factor would be the load in the rack.
704805
The HP gains are minimal with just the intake. It sounds a little tougher, runs a little smoother. Once you get started on the MODS you put something on you need something to compliment it for it to work. This intake brings a lot more air in so you will need an upgrade in the exhaust, stock pipes won't let as much out. If you have updated your exhaust you will see up to 20 ponies added!Will also make you sound like a true muscle car. I did both on my RT and very happy but not satisfied. Now have the next upgrade to compliment these two upgrades! Hope that helps. Good luck. Have fun